City of Glendale (AZ)
SCADA Systems Administrator, Sr. - $5,000 Hiring Bonus
City of Glendale (AZ), Glendale, Arizona, us, 85318
About Us
The City of Glendale's Water Services Department provides over 250,000 residents with safe, reliable, and high-quality water and wastewater services. Glendale Water Services promotes industry best practices, leadership, and innovation to ensure our employees put public health and the vitality of our community first! The Role
This position will be open until filled; applicants will be reviewed as they are received. The Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System Administrator, Sr. provides senior level technical support for the Water Services Department\'s SCADA systems. In this role you will contribute to the planning, purchase, installation, update, and support of the Water Services Department SCADA infrastructure. Preference will be given to candidates who are proficient in programming software such as Unity, Concept, and ProWorks; and languages such as FBD, Ladder Logic, VBA, .NET, Python and SQL. Salary
This position is: FLSA Exempt, and will be paid a salary regardless of hours worked per week. A Grade 416 with an annual salary between $102,797.00 - $154,195.00. In addition to a generous salary, this position also offers a $5,000 Hiring Bonus! Hiring Bonus* to be paid as follows: $1,000 after 30 days of employment, $2,000 after 6 months of employment, $2,000 after completion of 1 year probation. * You must be an active employee at the time the hiring bonus is scheduled to be paid in order to receive the bonus. Current City of Glendale employees are not eligible for hiring bonuses.
Benefits
The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Below are some City of Glendale benefits resources for your review: 2025 - 2026 Benefits Guide City of Glendale Benefits Presentation City of Glendale’s Benefits Page
Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave
Regular status positions offer: The City of Glendale observes 10.5 holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays throughout the calendar year. Vacation leave accrues at: 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours/17.25 days per year). Increases to 6.12 hours after 5 years. Then caps out at 7.6 hours after 10 years of service. Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours/14.25 days per year). * Days per year estimates are based on an 8-hour work day.
Retirement
This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Contribution is mandatory, and deducted every pay period The current contribution rate is 12.00%
Why Choose Glendale
The City of Glendale is the West Valley’s entertainment nexus; whether it’s attending a world-class sporting event at StateFarm Stadium, enjoying a concert at Desert Diamond Arena, or shopping and dining at the Westgate Entertainment District, as a City of Glendale employee, you\'ll be right in the middle of it all! Glendale is centrally located within the west valley and has convenient access to major freeways. You will have the opportunity to interact with a diverse, dedicated, and skilled group of professionals. It is one of the best places to work, to grow your career, skills, and advance your future.
Responsibilities
Acts as a lead in the installation, programming, implementation, and startup of SCADA equipment at treatment plants, well sites, lift stations, and other Water Services related sites. Works with Information Technology staff to devise strategic and tactical solutions to meet water services business objectives. Recommends and develops SCADA security solutions considering budget, business need, internal capabilities and strategic direction. Develops project schedules, prioritizes tasks, and meets project schedule requirements for SCADA system upgrades for water and wastewater systems. Troubleshoots and repairs plant-wide control systems. Reverse engineers existing PLC code and updates to current standards in FBD and develops Defined Function Blocks for equipment control. Plans, installs, and updates point-to-point and multi-point radio systems, PLCs, and associated hardware. Develops, implements, documents, and maintains backup strategies for compliance data for emergencies and data recovery. Recommends and maintains standard SCADA procedures and naming conventions. Ensures system changes are documented using a change control process. Maintains a PLC program library for restoration of code. Implements and monitors SCADA security procedures to safeguard city infrastructure from threats. Programs the SCADA operator interface for updates and upgrades. Provides on-call support during non-business hours. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor\'s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or Engineering and four years of experience supporting a SCADA system. Additionally, one or more years of experience in a Lead or Supervisory position is preferred. Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
Knowledge
SCADA software and hardware systems (GE preferred) Personal computer hardware and software, server hardware and software, LANs and WANs Windows operating system, SQL Server databases, and Ethernet-based PLCs Project management, change control Data center operation SCADA programming and HMI design Current industry trends and best practices NFPA70e Electrical Safety in the Workplace requirements
Skills
Maintaining optimal performance of servers, disk systems, storage devices
Abilities
Lead and direct others in routine and emergency duties Work independently with multiple priorities and maintain project schedules Safely operate a city vehicle Establish and maintain effective working relationships Communicate clearly verbally and in writing Troubleshoot and resolve SCADA control system issues Install, configure, and maintain SCADA technology and related hardware/software
Special Requirements
Ability to work overtime, shifts, weekends and holidays as required Safety-sensitive position requiring pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and ongoing testing; post-offer physical assessment required. City will incur cost of testing. Success Factor Classification Level
Professional/Supervisory. To view the success factor definitions please click here. If needed, click here to download PDF reader. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change by the employer as needs require. Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 50 pounds to waist height and install equipment in racks and cabinets.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in both office and field environments. Field work may be in adverse conditions, including weather extremes, wind, rain, and high noise levels. Occasional exposure to untreated water/wastewater, chemicals, and electrical systems. Personal protective equipment may be required.
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The City of Glendale's Water Services Department provides over 250,000 residents with safe, reliable, and high-quality water and wastewater services. Glendale Water Services promotes industry best practices, leadership, and innovation to ensure our employees put public health and the vitality of our community first! The Role
This position will be open until filled; applicants will be reviewed as they are received. The Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System Administrator, Sr. provides senior level technical support for the Water Services Department\'s SCADA systems. In this role you will contribute to the planning, purchase, installation, update, and support of the Water Services Department SCADA infrastructure. Preference will be given to candidates who are proficient in programming software such as Unity, Concept, and ProWorks; and languages such as FBD, Ladder Logic, VBA, .NET, Python and SQL. Salary
This position is: FLSA Exempt, and will be paid a salary regardless of hours worked per week. A Grade 416 with an annual salary between $102,797.00 - $154,195.00. In addition to a generous salary, this position also offers a $5,000 Hiring Bonus! Hiring Bonus* to be paid as follows: $1,000 after 30 days of employment, $2,000 after 6 months of employment, $2,000 after completion of 1 year probation. * You must be an active employee at the time the hiring bonus is scheduled to be paid in order to receive the bonus. Current City of Glendale employees are not eligible for hiring bonuses.
Benefits
The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Below are some City of Glendale benefits resources for your review: 2025 - 2026 Benefits Guide City of Glendale Benefits Presentation City of Glendale’s Benefits Page
Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave
Regular status positions offer: The City of Glendale observes 10.5 holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays throughout the calendar year. Vacation leave accrues at: 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours/17.25 days per year). Increases to 6.12 hours after 5 years. Then caps out at 7.6 hours after 10 years of service. Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours/14.25 days per year). * Days per year estimates are based on an 8-hour work day.
Retirement
This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Contribution is mandatory, and deducted every pay period The current contribution rate is 12.00%
Why Choose Glendale
The City of Glendale is the West Valley’s entertainment nexus; whether it’s attending a world-class sporting event at StateFarm Stadium, enjoying a concert at Desert Diamond Arena, or shopping and dining at the Westgate Entertainment District, as a City of Glendale employee, you\'ll be right in the middle of it all! Glendale is centrally located within the west valley and has convenient access to major freeways. You will have the opportunity to interact with a diverse, dedicated, and skilled group of professionals. It is one of the best places to work, to grow your career, skills, and advance your future.
Responsibilities
Acts as a lead in the installation, programming, implementation, and startup of SCADA equipment at treatment plants, well sites, lift stations, and other Water Services related sites. Works with Information Technology staff to devise strategic and tactical solutions to meet water services business objectives. Recommends and develops SCADA security solutions considering budget, business need, internal capabilities and strategic direction. Develops project schedules, prioritizes tasks, and meets project schedule requirements for SCADA system upgrades for water and wastewater systems. Troubleshoots and repairs plant-wide control systems. Reverse engineers existing PLC code and updates to current standards in FBD and develops Defined Function Blocks for equipment control. Plans, installs, and updates point-to-point and multi-point radio systems, PLCs, and associated hardware. Develops, implements, documents, and maintains backup strategies for compliance data for emergencies and data recovery. Recommends and maintains standard SCADA procedures and naming conventions. Ensures system changes are documented using a change control process. Maintains a PLC program library for restoration of code. Implements and monitors SCADA security procedures to safeguard city infrastructure from threats. Programs the SCADA operator interface for updates and upgrades. Provides on-call support during non-business hours. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor\'s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or Engineering and four years of experience supporting a SCADA system. Additionally, one or more years of experience in a Lead or Supervisory position is preferred. Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
Knowledge
SCADA software and hardware systems (GE preferred) Personal computer hardware and software, server hardware and software, LANs and WANs Windows operating system, SQL Server databases, and Ethernet-based PLCs Project management, change control Data center operation SCADA programming and HMI design Current industry trends and best practices NFPA70e Electrical Safety in the Workplace requirements
Skills
Maintaining optimal performance of servers, disk systems, storage devices
Abilities
Lead and direct others in routine and emergency duties Work independently with multiple priorities and maintain project schedules Safely operate a city vehicle Establish and maintain effective working relationships Communicate clearly verbally and in writing Troubleshoot and resolve SCADA control system issues Install, configure, and maintain SCADA technology and related hardware/software
Special Requirements
Ability to work overtime, shifts, weekends and holidays as required Safety-sensitive position requiring pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and ongoing testing; post-offer physical assessment required. City will incur cost of testing. Success Factor Classification Level
Professional/Supervisory. To view the success factor definitions please click here. If needed, click here to download PDF reader. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change by the employer as needs require. Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 50 pounds to waist height and install equipment in racks and cabinets.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in both office and field environments. Field work may be in adverse conditions, including weather extremes, wind, rain, and high noise levels. Occasional exposure to untreated water/wastewater, chemicals, and electrical systems. Personal protective equipment may be required.
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